Except for Sections R105.2.1, R105.2.2 and R105.2.3, Section R105.2, Work exempt from permit, is hereby deleted in its entirety and the following provisions shall be substituted therefor:

Permits shall not be required for the following. Exemption from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.

Building:

1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 150 square feet.

2. Retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1,219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge.

3. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons (18,927 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2 to 1.

4. Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade and not over any basement or story below.

5. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work.

6. Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep.

7. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to a one or two family dwelling.

8. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which do not project more than 54 inches (1,372 mm) from the exterior wall and do not require additional support.

9. Decks not exceeding 150 square feet in area, that are not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above grade at any point, and project ten feet or less from the structure.

10. Ordinary repairs that are nonstructural and do not include the addition to or alteration of the existing construction. This only applies to building construction; work done to the plumbing, mechanical, or electrical areas are covered by their appropriate codes.